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GEORGIA — Each weekend, Patch affords its readers a review of the top stories and headlines from across Georgia. Here's a roundup of some of the state's major and quirkiest stories. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on these stories by clicking here.

GA Officer Shot In Face Returns Home From Hospital

Some snow flurries snuck into metro Atlanta, while the north Georgia mountains saw their own snowflakes this week. Below-freezing temperatures brought cold weather to "Hotlanta."

• GA Officer Shot In Face; Suspect Arrested

GA Officer Injured In Crash; Driver Charged

Charges are pending against a 19-year-old driver in connection with a crash that injured a police officer in Georgia.

4 Injured In GA Shooting

Four people, ranging in ages from 12-18, were shot and injured in a Georgia community.

Inmate Dies While Hospitalized: Sheriff

The 40-year-old man was facing charges of reckless conduct and second-degree cruelty to children, authorities say.

WABE Axes Arts Show Due To Federal Funding Loss: Reports

WABE has canceled its arts and culture show after a funding loss due to budget cuts initiated earlier in the year by President Donald Trump.

Hyundai CEO Reacts To ICE Raid On GA Battery Plant: Report

Hyundai CEO José Muñoz told reporters he learned on the news that federal authorities had raided the manufacturer's Georgia battery plant.

Student Fatally Stabbed; Classmate Charged

A 17-year-old boy was killed in a stabbing, and a 16-year-old boy is charged in connection with the deadly incident.

Arrest In Theft Of Beyoncé's Unreleased Music In GA Announced

A man has been charged in the theft of singer Beyoncé's watermarked and unreleased music, show plans and other items.

GA Teen Golfer Dies During Homecoming Prank, Reports Say

The "charismatic" high-school golfer reportedly collapsed and died while doing "homecoming activities" at a Georgia home, authorities said.

Schools Staff On Leave For 'Celebrating' Charlie Kirk's Death, Officials

School officials say social media posts made by some staffers seemed to "celebrate" the death of activist Charlie Kirk. The employees were put on administrative leave.

• GA Workers Fired, Suspended Over Charlie Kirk Comments: Reports

GA's High Court Rules On DA Fani Willis' Appeal In Trump Case

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis appealed a ruling that removed her from President Donald Trump's election subversion case. The Georgia Supreme Court made a decision about her appeal.

3 Delta Workers Injured Aboard Turbulent Flight

A flight from Quito, Ecuador to Atlanta sustained turbulence, leading to injuries for three flight attendants.

Suspicious Package Found At Israeli Consulate In GA

A suspicious package found at the Consulate General of Israel sparked a police investigation.

Youth Football Coach Arrested After Throwing Player To Ground: Reports

A youth football coach was arrested after media reports said he slammed a player to the ground during a practice, knocking out the boy.

Body Of GA Woman Found Decayed In Prison Cell: Reports

Shortly after entering a Georgia prison, a woman reportedly gave birth and died six months later in her 90-degree prison cell.

Memorial Honors Fallen Firefighter's 'Bravery,' Officials Say

Georgia Master Firefighter Preston Fant died after becoming trapped while trying to save a firefighter during a warehouse blaze.

• Details For GA Fallen Firefighter's Memorial Released
• Trapped DeKalb Firefighter Dies While Trying To Save Fellow Crew Member

More Top News:

• 3 Sentenced In Drug Trafficking Case
• Man Fatally Shot In Park ID'd: Report
• Man Who Set Nail Salon On Fire Sentenced: Prosecutors
• Trial In Death Of Secoriea Turner Starts For 2nd Suspect
• Ex-Jailer Arrested On Drug Charges
• Ex-Officer Re-Indicted In Man's Shooting Death
• 24 Arrested In Massive GA Drug Bust
• 177 Fugitives Arrested In Massive GA Operation

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• Brawl At Kids' Pool Forces Cruise Ship To Return To Port: Reports
• TS Gabrielle Likely To Reach Hurricane Strength: Latest Timing
• 'One Of A Kind': Man Who Died Riding Coaster Remembered